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Articlesby Chris BrownJuly 1, 2009

Editor’s Corner: Embracing the 60,000-Mile Rental Car

There are signs of a philosophy shift toward higher-mileage rental cars.

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ArticlesMay 1, 2009

New System Reclaims Gas

The new fuel extraction unit from Extreme Fuel Transfer Systems Inc. uses patent-pending technology to simultaneously remove fuel from up to six vehicles at a time.

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ArticlesMarch 1, 2009

Thriving in the New Economy

While rentals are down 10-15 percent, operators are aggressively adapting to new market conditions and reaping the rewards.

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ArticlesMarch 1, 2009

Buying Used Cars (Intelligently)

With fewer program cars and a cap on financing limits, it’s time to consider “fleeting up” with used vehicles.

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ArticlesFebruary 1, 2009

How Technology Will Change Traditional Fleet Remarketing

Jim Hallett of ADESA shared his insights on the future of the remarketing industry, in particular, the impact of technology.

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Articlesby Chris BrownNovember 1, 2008

Economic Indicators in Vehicle Remarketing

Wholesale auction prices have begun to stabilize, though the recent financial crisis could throw a monkey wrench into gains.

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Articlesby Chris BrownSeptember 1, 2008

Small Car Demand: How the Majors Are Coping

The majors say most SUVs are bought as program cars, protecting them from the drop in the used car market.

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ArticlesJuly 1, 2008

Rent to Own: A New Way to Reach the Subprime Market

Auto By Rent, a Springfield, Mo.–based RTO operation, says its licensees can maintain a 20 percent net profit before taxes when the business is in full swing and can expect a reasonable minimum net profit of $200,000 a year.

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ArticlesMarch 1, 2008

Prepping Your Fleet Vehicles for Resale

When it’s time to “down fleet” or turn your rental vehicles over for the new model year, which vehicle preparation strategies can improve resale value? Further, what actions only break even or potent...

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Articlesby Chris BrownMay 1, 2007

Can Selling Retail Work for You?

Owning a used car sales franchise will deliver a better return on your off-fleet vehicles. But do you have the money to get in, can you play by the franchise rules and do you have an appetite to open a new business?

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